Independence clean

ABSTRACT

Independence Clean the present invention can be very helpful to a client if they are able to get onto the toilet seat with or without assistance. 
     Once on top the toilet the cleaning of the perineal area will be much easier and more dignified as it requires less hands on assistance. 
     The present invention can really eliminate the lengthy personal care process

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a device made to be used as a perineal cleaning tool when it is installed on the toilet seat and connected to the running water under the face basin. More specifically, the invention is a bidet, built upon a raised toilet seat. It has a water spray head that protrudes from the left or right side. This will allow personal cleaning of the perineal areas, independently or with very little assistance

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The present invention (Independence Clean) was created purely out of necessity. Many years ago, while working as a young Home Health Aide to an very sweet, proud elderly gentleman, the need arose for me to clean him often, as he was incontinent of both urine and feces. It was my job and I was happy to do it, however, he was very ashamed at the fact that this young woman who made his meals, cleaned his house and did his laundry, also had to clean his behind.

He showed his displeasure, he voiced it and he made it known every chance he got, every way he could. Needless to say that he was not too happy about it, but we had no other choice, since he was unable to do it himself That did not stop him from complaining about it anyway.

He was a Korean War Veteran and he had suffered a spinal cord injury that left him paralyzed from the waist down. He was still a strong proud man and I cared for him very much. I tried to come up with different ways to help him take care of his needs. And that was the conception of Independence Clean.

Several ideas came to mind, however the present invention was the most practical. Since it covers just about all of the issues that I faced as a Patient Care Assistant and that the Clients face daily as consumers.

It is very difficult on the mind, to have another person, matters not family, friend or hired help assist in private personal care.

The present invention will allow the client the ability to independently take care of their perineal care privately and with dignity.

The present invention will fit the elongated or oval toilet bowl. There is a spray head that is built into the hollow area of the toilet seat, it protrudes from the side to produce a spray that will cleanse the bottom area, there is also a soap/solution cannister that will house whatever fluids you desire to use to assist in getting the cleanest freshest clean. The spray head simply retracts back into the seat when your wash is complete.

The present invention does not need an expensive plumber for setting up. The set up is basic, simple and quick. The present invention can be disassembled easily to thoroughly clean the unit and toilet area around where the present invention sits, and it can be taken with the user on vacation, if so inclined.

Because, the present invention is mounted upon the toilet bowl, the present invention is a GREAT GREEN PRODUCT, as after bowel or bladder activity, instead of using the traditional toilet paper, you simply wash and rinse and towel dry the area (eliminating the use of toilet paper). Taking advantage of a cleaner, fresher and greener less expensive clean.

BRIEF DESCRIPTIONS OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 Shows a diagram drawing of Lead Lines & Arrows of the present invention as it looks From the top view.

FIG. 2 Shows a diagram drawing of an Exploded View of the connections, spray head and Solution dispenser.

FIG. 3. Shows a diagram drawing of a Sectional View

FIG. 4. Shows a diagram drawing of Alternate Position

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

FIG. 1 Shows us the lead line and arrows. The elevated toilet seat and the spray head attached. This is a diagram of the seat unmounted. Also attached there is the connection that leads from the spray head to the solution dispenser, ½ nipple ½ to ⅜ bushing ½ nipple ½ ball valve ½ tee ⅜ pex tube ⅜ compression tee and 2 speedy tee's all needed to make the connection leading up to under the sink hook-up.

FIG. 2 Shows the exploded views of the spray head, the spray head has various settings. Also shown is the solution dispenser, the ½ T and th ½ nipple connectors. It also includes ½ ball valve used for the easy on and off positions. There are two speedy T's along with 2 ⅜ compression T's. This is the entire connection from the spray head to the under sink connections.

FIG. 3 Sectional view of the left handed Independence Clean present invention. FIG. 3 shows the ability to connect the spray head left or right sided, and it also shows a lip at the bottom of the invention, this lip will help to hold the invention in place onto the toilet. The FIG also shows the drainage areas.

FIG. 4 The alternate position of the section that house the spray head is shown here. Keep in mind it can be installed on the left hand or right hand side. This is to accommodate the client and the area where it will be installed and used.

DETAIL DESCRIPTIONS OF THE INVENTION

All illustrations of the drawings are for the purpose of describing selected versions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

The present invention is a hollow, raised toilet seat, the present invention has two openings one located on the left and the other located on the right, although there are two openings, only one is used at any given time. The idea for designing the present invention with two however, is to make it easy for the user to decide if the need a left handed or right handed unit, and it is also to accommodate the left or right position of the face basin.

The spray nozzle on the present invention is designed to carry various water setting, they include massage, pulsating massage, power spray and water saving trickle. All the settings have their purpose and also serve as an option for the user's preference. The present invention will allow the user to fulfill a wide range of their bathroom needs. Each and every clean is different as each and every individual.

Let's keep in mind our differences, and our similarities yet we all have the need to be clean, our dignity and our privacy that, no matter how old, sick, disabled, handicapped male, female or other, we deserve to maintain all of the above and we have a right to expect no less.

The present invention was designed to be easily installed and operated. It comes with an easy on or off dial. The present invention is easily attached/inserted into the toilet bowl and the plumbing is attached under the face basin/sink to the existing hot and cold connections that are already there servicing the faucet.

For installation the parts needed are:

-   -   2—⅜ speedy connectors     -   1—⅜ compression T     -   1—½ PVC ball valve     -   1–⅜ compression to ½ male pipe thread connector     -   1—½ PVC T     -   ⅜ PEX tubing (Length vary according to distance between toilet &         face basin)     -   1—½ male pipe thread X ½ slip PVC connector

The present invention is unique to its rival the traditional bidet.

1-a The present invention, because it is built upon the raised toilet seat, it enables the user The opportunity to mount and dismount the unit with ease.

1-b The traditional bidet is not accommodating to someone with mobility issues.

2-a The present invention, being built upon a raised seat attached to the toilet, if the user is In the process of cleaning and suddenly gets the urge to use the toilet, they can, they are Already there.

2-b The traditional bidet you would have to hop off quickly and find the toilet or be left with an Unpleasant situation on your hands.

3-a Because the present invention is geared towards the aged, handicapped, disabled, Clients recovering from certain surgeries and rehabilitation, major insurance insurance Will cover the cost or a portion of it.

3-b Traditional bidets are considered luxury/novelty items and are therefore disqualified From insurance coverage

Although the invention has been explained in relation to its prefered embodiment, it is to be understoon that many other possible modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention.

DECLARATION

Independence Clean the present invention is a bidet that was created especially for the elderly, handicapped, convalescence, rehabilitation consumer.

While some may need assistance actually getting to the seat it is still able to eliminate the need for extensive assistance while taking care of the perineal area.

Never take for granted the main need we all share in common. Men and women equally. We all go, sick or well and for what it's worth, some of us need help cleaning up when we are done.

Fortunately, for the ones who need a little help or a lot of help the present invention Independence Clean will be able to assist. Imagine being able to independently, with dignity in privacy. Having help is not only expensive, but embarrassing too.

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention is a bidet built upon a raised toilet seat. It is outfitted with a spray head, The spray head can retract into the hollow area of the raised seat after cleaning is done, this enables the user to have full use of the toilet bowl.

A removable liquid dispenser is also attached to the handle of the bidet. The present invention being built with the handicapped, disabled, aged, convalescence rehabilitation client in mind, it makes using very simple as no one needs the aggravation of a complex machine to complete the job this invention is created for.

The desires and rights to privacy and dignity never ends. Age, disabilities and medical status should never eliminate the need to live with dignity. The independence clean the present invention can assist the user with taking care of their perineal area and this can be done with little to no assistance. 

1. (canceled)
 2. A sanitary system, comprising: a toilet having: a body with a bowl section with a rim; and a removable bidet removably secured to the rim of the toilet, the removable bidet having: a hollow body with two openings in fluid communication with a conduit; a first spray nozzle in fluid communication with a first opening of the too openings; a second spray nozzle in fluid communication with a second opening of the two openings; and a dial in fluid communication with the conduit. 